Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1224433

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oerst.) T.F.Daniel

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 4, 48: 280 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001223771



Common Names

  • Stenostephanus gracilis
  • Graceful Stenostephanus
  • Graceful Starburst


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Description

Stenostephanus gracilis (also called Slender Stenostephanus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is found in Mexico and Guatemala. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stenostephanus gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stenostephanus gracilis has white, tubular flowers with yellowish-green spots. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenostephanus gracilis can be propagated by stem cuttings. Cut a stem just below a node, remove the lower leaves, and dip the cut end in rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a potting mix that is well-draining and contains organic matter. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in a warm spot with indirect light. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Stenostephanus gracilis

Stenostephanus gracilis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

Stenostephanus gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenostephanus gracilis?

Stenostephanus gracilis

What is the common name of Stenostephanus gracilis?

Graceful Stenostephanus

What is the natural habitat of Stenostephanus gracilis?

Forests, thickets, and ravines in China, Japan, and Korea

Species in the Stenostephanus genus

Stenostephanus sprucei, Stenostephanus sessilifolius, Stenostephanus silvaticus, Stenostephanus sanguineus, Stenostephanus lasiostachyus, Stenostephanus hondurensis, Stenostephanus wallnoeferi, Stenostephanus aglaus, Stenostephanus ampelinus, Stenostephanus atropurpureus, Stenostephanus charien, Stenostephanus charitopes, Stenostephanus cleefii, Stenostephanus cuatrecasasii, Stenostephanus cyaneus, Stenostephanus diversicolor, Stenostephanus enarthrocoma, Stenostephanus floriferus, Stenostephanus hispidulus, Stenostephanus kirkbridei, Stenostephanus lamprus, Stenostephanus latifolius, Stenostephanus leonardianus, Stenostephanus macrochilus, Stenostephanus macrolobus, Stenostephanus magdalenensis, Stenostephanus maximus, Stenostephanus pilosus, Stenostephanus putumayensis, Stenostephanus pycnostachys, Stenostephanus racemosus, Stenostephanus reflexiflorus, Stenostephanus scolnikae, Stenostephanus syscius, Stenostephanus tachirensis, Stenostephanus xanthothrix, Stenostephanus zuliensis, Stenostephanus ruberrimus, Stenostephanus puberulus, Stenostephanus longistaminus, Stenostephanus breedlovei, Stenostephanus chiapensis, Stenostephanus gracilis, Stenostephanus purpusii, Stenostephanus tacanensis, Stenostephanus latilabris, Stenostephanus monolophus, Stenostephanus asplundii, Stenostephanus jamesonii, Stenostephanus laxus,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
Anders Sandøe Ørsted (1816-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oerst.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.